Mashujaa Day celebrations unfolded in Kwale as Deputy President nominee Kithure Kindiki welcomed President William Ruto and First Lady Rachel Ruto. The event honored those who fought for Kenyan independence, spotlighting affordable housing and recognizing a diverse group of heroes. Political figures, including Coast Governors and Cabinet Secretaries, were present amidst ongoing legal disputes regarding the Deputy President's position.
President William Ruto has officially signed the IEBC (Amendment) Bill, 2024, into law, paving the way for a new team to recruit IEBC commissioners. The law, enacted at a ceremony in Nairobi, came to fruition through bipartisan collaboration and addresses critical electoral commission operations, which have been in limbo since key officials' retirement last year.